Hampshire College to Shut Its Doors This Fall Amid Financial Struggles
Hampshire College in Amherst will permanently close at the end of the year due to financial strain from declining enrollment, a heavy debt load, and stalled land development. Final-year students can complete their degrees, deposits for the 2026 class will be refunded, and current students can transfer to partner institutions. The decision follows accreditation concerns and reflects broader financial pressures facing small New England colleges.